The Travels of Marco Polo · Character
Walter W. Skeat
Also known as Rev. Walter W. Skeat, Professor Skeat, Prof. Skeat
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 15
Walter W. Skeat is a supporting character in The Travels of Marco Polo (Book 1).
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Adult
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 15
- Books
- 1
Walter W. Skeat is identified as a scholar and editor of Chaucer's works, and is cited for arguing that Chaucer drew on Marco Polo in shaping the Squire's Tale. Beyond this literary connection, the text gives no personal history or relationships.
Description
The text identifies Skeat as a British scholar but supplies no concrete physical portrait. His build, coloring, hair, eyes, facial features, and clothing are unspecified, as are any distinguishing marks or accessories.
Story so far
BOOK 1The Travels of Marco Polo — Volume 1
Appearances
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